Monarch Butterfly
Danaus plexippus
Order: Lepidoptera
None Risk
Description
The monarch butterfly is a large, iconic butterfly with distinctive orange and black wings with white spots along the edges. Known for their incredible annual migration spanning thousands of miles across North America.
Habitat & Distribution
Meadows, gardens, fields, and milkweed patches during breeding season.
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on nectar; caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed plants.
Behavior & Life Cycle
Famous for annual migration from North America to Mexico. They are toxic to predators due to milkweed compounds.
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